Budgeting — Quiz

Question 1

When a person invests income, he or she

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uses money in a way that will increase its value in the future.

Question 2

A short-term financial goal might include saving for

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a piece of furniture.

Question 3

In order to stay on track for long term financial goals, money for emergency spending should be taken first from your

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discretionary money.

Question 4

What type of expense is an example of the cost to drive to and from work?

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a variable expense.

Question 5

When should fixed and variable monthly budgeted expenses first be planned?

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at the start of each month

Question 6

What is most likely the reason variable expenses should be planned after fixed expenses?

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Fixed expenses are required and constant, but variable expenses are more flexible.

Question 7

Why might variable expenses change a great deal at different times of year?

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Heating and cooling costs might vary considerably.

Question 8

Which is the best way to achieve long-term financial goals?

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Save more money from net income.

Question 9

To create a balanced budget, one must make sure to

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spend less than or equal to income.

Budgeting — Quiz Answers